Ford Flex first generation

Ford Flex first generation
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The Ford Flex first generation (2009–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: D4 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,130 mm TC5,126 mm
Width1,930 mm TC1,928 mm
Height1,720 mm TC1,727 mm
Wheelbase3,000 mm TC2,995 mm
Front track1,670 mm TC–
Rear track1,670 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,027–2,195 kg TC2,027–2,105 kg
Seats and space
Boot space–566 L

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,930 complaints for model years 2009–2019. 64 crashes · 11 fires · 56 injuries · 1 death

  • Electrical system 388
  • Steering 367
  • Driver assistance 225
  • Engine 194
  • Fuel system 162
  • Body and structure 151

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Ford Flex first generation

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–20193.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA285–307 g/km
2010–2019SIDI3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA299–325 g/km
2010–20193.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA272–299 g/km
2011SIDI3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
20103.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2009CLKUP3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2009CLKUP3.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2019Sport utility vehicle: Standard3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.5–13.7 L/100 km 5-cycle264–322 g/km
2009–2012Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic11.6–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle267–304 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.